Are you a massage therapist looking for NCBTMB approved CE classes? Join Cynthia Ribiero at NHI Sacramento on April 13, 2025 from 9am-6pm for a one day in-person CE class on The Neuromuscular Therapy Approach to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

CE Class Details

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common nerve compression syndromes, affecting clients from office workers to athletes. As neuromuscular massage therapists, we have the power to alleviate symptoms, improve function, and prevent surgery through targeted assessment and hands-on interventions. This dynamic, in-person workshop is designed to give you practical, evidence-informed skills to address CTS and related nerve entrapments effectively.

Who is This For?

• Neuromuscular & clinical massage therapists
• Sports massage therapists
• Physical therapists & bodyworkers interested in manual nerve release
• Anyone looking to elevate their approach to treating CTS!

What Will You Learn?

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – The Foundation

• What really happens in CTS? Myths vs. facts
• Neuromuscular considerations: Muscle imbalances, fascial restrictions & nerve entrapments
• The biopsychosocial model of CTS – Why stress & posture matter

CTS Assessment Mastery – Identifying the Source

• Hands-on palpation: Median nerve pathway & entrapment sites
• Functional & orthopedic tests to differentiate CTS from thoracic outlet syndrome, pronator teres syndrome, and cervical radiculopathy
• Recognizing myofascial trigger points that mimic CTS symptoms

Hands-On Neuromuscular Therapy Techniques for CTS

• Myofascial Release & Soft Tissue Mobilization – Addressing forearm, wrist, and hand restrictions
• Trigger Point Therapy – Key muscles contributing to CTS (flexor digitorum, pronator teres, scalenes & more!)

Why You Should Attend:

• Immediate hands-on skills – Walk away with proven neuromuscular techniques to help clients
• Deepen your expertise in nerve entrapment syndromes
• Interactive & engaging – Learn by doing, not just listening!
• Enhance your practice & client outcomes with cutting-edge, research-based approaches

Limited Spots Available – Reserve Yours Today!

Get ready to transform your approach to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and unlock new levels of relief for your clients!

WORKSHOP COST | $350

EARLY BIRD WORKSHOP COST | $250 if registered by April 6, 2025

CURRENT NHI STUDENTS & ALUMNI COST | Contact your local SLCC for an exclusive discount code!

This class is NCBTMB Approved for 8.0 hours of continuing education credit

Instructor Bio | Cynthia Ribeiro

Cynthia came to the United States from Brazil, where she had attained a degree in Physical Education and studied Surgical Nursing. In the U.S., she graduated from two massage schools, and now specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy and Orthopedic Massage.

A highly dynamic teacher, she has taught advanced anatomy and injury rehabilitation skills since 1988. Her in-person Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy workshops are in high demand throughout U.S. and Canada. Cynthia frequently presents at state and national massage therapy conventions and has had great success with both her in-person and online course offerings.

As founder and owner of Western Institute of Neuromuscular Massage Therapy (WIN) in Southern California, Cynthia developed highly effective therapeutic bodywork, and has brought that material to NHI for the 450 hour program in Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy.

In 2003, she was appointed Honorary Clinical Professor at the University California Irvine Medical School. In 2012 she became National President for the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). In 2017 she received the Jerome Perlinski, Teacher of the Year Award.

Cynthia has also served as a Board of Directors member of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

A continual inspiration to her students, she nevertheless says, “I am always a student myself, and I strongly believe in lifelong learning.”

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